Battery X Metals Achieves Graphite Recovery Breakthrough in Partnership with Global Top 20 University in Controlled Trials
Battery X Metals (BATXF) has announced significant breakthroughs in graphite recovery from lithium-ion batteries through laboratory tests conducted with a Global Top 20 University. The company achieved a 97% graphite recovery rate, a substantial improvement from previous ~40% recovery rates using solvent pre-washing methods.
Key improvements include:
- Increased graphite purity to ~69% (up from 55-59%)
- Reduced flotation time to 5-7 minutes (down from 13-19 minutes)
- Enhanced separation efficiency with minimal metal oxide contamination
The tests were conducted using unoxidized 500g NMC-dominant black mass samples with Denver Cell flotation devices. The company's eco-friendly flotation process demonstrated superior performance compared to conventional methods, particularly in concentrate and tailings management. Battery X Metals is now focusing on further process refinements to maximize both graphite and metal oxide recovery.
Battery X Metals (BATXF) ha annunciato importanti progressi nel recupero della grafite dalle batterie agli ioni di litio attraverso test di laboratorio condotti con una Università Globale tra le prime 20. L'azienda ha raggiunto un tasso di recupero della grafite del 97%, un notevole miglioramento rispetto ai precedenti tassi di recupero di circa il 40% utilizzando metodi di prelavaggio con solventi.
I principali miglioramenti includono:
- Aumento della purezza della grafite a circa il 69% (rispetto al 55-59%)
- Riduzione del tempo di flottazione a 5-7 minuti (rispetto ai 13-19 minuti)
- Miglioramento dell'efficienza di separazione con contaminazione minima da ossidi metallici
I test sono stati condotti utilizzando campioni di massa nera dominante NMC non ossidati da 500 g con dispositivi di flottazione Denver Cell. Il processo di flottazione ecologico dell'azienda ha dimostrato prestazioni superiori rispetto ai metodi convenzionali, in particolare nella gestione dei concentrati e dei residui. Battery X Metals si sta ora concentrando su ulteriori perfezionamenti del processo per massimizzare sia il recupero della grafite che quello degli ossidi metallici.
Battery X Metals (BATXF) ha anunciado avances significativos en la recuperación de grafito de baterías de iones de litio a través de pruebas de laboratorio realizadas con una Universidad Global entre las 20 mejores. La compañía logró un tasa de recuperación de grafito del 97%, una mejora sustancial respecto a las tasas de recuperación anteriores de aproximadamente el 40% utilizando métodos de prelavado con solventes.
Las mejoras clave incluyen:
- Aumento de la pureza del grafito a aproximadamente el 69% (de 55-59%)
- Reducción del tiempo de flotación a 5-7 minutos (de 13-19 minutos)
- Mejora de la eficiencia de separación con mínima contaminación por óxidos metálicos
Las pruebas se realizaron utilizando muestras de masa negra dominante NMC no oxidadas de 500 g con dispositivos de flotación Denver Cell. El proceso de flotación ecológico de la empresa demostró un rendimiento superior en comparación con los métodos convencionales, especialmente en la gestión de concentrados y colas. Battery X Metals ahora se está enfocando en refinamientos adicionales del proceso para maximizar tanto la recuperación de grafito como la de óxidos metálicos.
Battery X Metals (BATXF)는 글로벌 20대 대학과 함께 실시한 실험실 테스트를 통해 리튬 이온 배터리에서 흑연 회수에 대한 중요한 breakthroughs를 발표했습니다. 이 회사는 97%의 흑연 회수율을 달성했으며, 이는 용매 사전 세척 방법을 사용했을 때의 약 40% 회수율에서 상당한 개선입니다.
주요 개선 사항은 다음과 같습니다:
- 흑연 순도 증가: 약 69% (55-59%에서 상승)
- 부유 시간 단축: 5-7분 (13-19분에서 단축)
- 금속 산화물 오염 최소화와 함께 분리 효율 향상
테스트는 산화되지 않은 500g NMC 우세 블랙 매스 샘플을 사용하여 Denver Cell 부양 장치를 통해 수행되었습니다. 회사의 친환경 부양 과정은 기존 방법에 비해 우수한 성능을 보였으며, 특히 농축물 및 폐기물 관리에서 두드러졌습니다. Battery X Metals는 이제 흑연과 금속 산화물 회수를 극대화하기 위해 추가적인 공정 개선에 집중하고 있습니다.
Battery X Metals (BATXF) a annoncé des avancées significatives dans la récupération du graphite à partir de batteries lithium-ion grâce à des tests en laboratoire réalisés avec une Université mondiale parmi les 20 meilleures. L'entreprise a atteint un taux de récupération de graphite de 97%, une amélioration substantielle par rapport aux précédents taux de récupération d'environ 40% utilisant des méthodes de prélavage par solvant.
Les principales améliorations comprennent:
- Augmentation de la pureté du graphite à environ 69% (contre 55-59%)
- Réduction du temps de flottation à 5-7 minutes (contre 13-19 minutes)
- Amélioration de l'efficacité de séparation avec une contamination minimale par des oxydes métalliques
Les tests ont été réalisés en utilisant des échantillons de masse noire dominante NMC non oxydés de 500 g avec des dispositifs de flottation Denver Cell. Le processus de flottation écologique de l'entreprise a démontré des performances supérieures par rapport aux méthodes conventionnelles, en particulier dans la gestion des concentrés et des résidus. Battery X Metals se concentre désormais sur des perfectionnements supplémentaires du processus pour maximiser à la fois la récupération du graphite et celle des oxydes métalliques.
Battery X Metals (BATXF) hat bedeutende Fortschritte bei der Rückgewinnung von Graphit aus Lithium-Ionen-Batterien durch Labortests mit einer globalen Top-20-Universität angekündigt. Das Unternehmen erreichte eine Graphitrückgewinnungsrate von 97%, eine erhebliche Verbesserung gegenüber den vorherigen Rückgewinnungsraten von etwa 40% mit Lösungsmittel-Vorwaschmethoden.
Wesentliche Verbesserungen umfassen:
- Erhöhung der Graphitreinheit auf etwa 69% (von 55-59%)
- Reduzierung der Flotationszeit auf 5-7 Minuten (von 13-19 Minuten)
- Verbesserte Trennungs-effizienz mit minimaler Metalloxidkontamination
Die Tests wurden mit unoxidierten 500 g NMC-dominanten Schwarzmasseproben unter Verwendung von Denver Cell-Flotationsgeräten durchgeführt. Der umweltfreundliche Flotationsprozess des Unternehmens zeigte eine überlegene Leistung im Vergleich zu herkömmlichen Methoden, insbesondere im Bereich des Konzentrats und des Tailings-Managements. Battery X Metals konzentriert sich nun auf weitere Prozessverbesserungen, um sowohl die Rückgewinnung von Graphit als auch von Metalloxiden zu maximieren.
- Achieved 97% graphite recovery rate, more than doubling previous ~40% recovery efficiency
- Improved graphite purity to ~69%, representing a 15-25% increase
- Reduced processing time by over 60% (from 13-19 minutes to 5-7 minutes)
- Enhanced separation efficiency with minimal contamination
- Lower metal oxide recovery (36-38%) compared to previous methods (75-78%)
- Potential issues with graphite oxidation in first NMC sample
- Process still requires further refinement for optimal metal oxide recovery
News Release Highlights:
1. Achieved an increased graphite recovery rate in controlled laboratory tests of up to
2. Improved graphite purity in controlled laboratory tests by 15
3. Demonstrated superior separation performance compared to prior flotation tests, reinforcing Battery X Metals' proprietary eco-friendly flotation process development, with enhanced efficiency in concentrate and tailings management.
VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / April 4, 2025 / Battery X Metals Inc. (CSE:BATX)(OTCQB:BATXF)(FSE:R0W, WKN:A3EMJB)("Battery X Metals" or the "Company") an energy transition resource exploration and technology company, announces a breakthrough in graphite recovery laboratory tests in partnership with the Institute of Mining Engineering at a globally ranked Top 20 University (the "Global Top 20 University").
Further to the Company's news release dated February 24, 2025, recent laboratory testing conducted with unoxidized 500g Nickel, Manganese, and Cobalt (NMC)-dominant black mass samples using Denver Cell flotation devices in collaboration with the Global Top 20 University has demonstrated significant improvements in graphite recovery and purity using the Company's optimized eco-friendly flotation process. The latest flotation tests delivered a
In addition to improved recovery rates, the latest laboratory tests confirmed a graphite purity of ~
Conversely, prior tests, which involved pre-washing black mass with a solvent, resulted in higher metal oxide recovery (~
Next Steps in the Collaborative Research and Development Program
The Company is now focusing on further refining its separation process to maximize both graphite and metal oxide recovery. Recent findings indicate that flotation issues in the first NMC sample were caused by graphite oxidation, with a potential binder also being a concern. To address this, upcoming tests will evaluate solvent cleaning to improve graphite purity and investigate a "reverse" flotation approach using surfactants to selectively recover oxides. These enhancements, along with the exploration of advanced surfactants and selective collectors, aim to optimize flotation efficiency and improve overall material recovery.
"This latest breakthrough is a significant step forward in our commitment to advancing sustainable battery material recovery," said Massimo Bellini Bressi, CEO of Battery X Metals. "Achieving
Graphite Recovery & Grade Comparison
Parameter | Recent (Frother-Only) | Recent Test #2 (Frother & Collector) | Prior Test #1 (Frother & Collector, pre-washed w/ Solvent) | Prior Test #2 (Frother & Collector, pre-washed w/ Solvent), pre-washed w/ Solvent & Water) |
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Metal Oxide Recovery & Grade Comparison
Parameter | Recent (Frother-Only) | Recent Test #2 (Frother & Collector) | Prior Test #1 (Frother & Collector, pre-washed w/ Solvent) | Prior Test #2 (Frother & Collector, pre-washed w/ Solvent), pre-washed w/ Solvent & Water) |
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Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Industry Tailwinds and the Significance of Graphite Recovery
Battery X Metals, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Battery X Recycling Technologies Inc., is advancing sustainable lithium-ion battery recycling through its amended research collaboration agreement with the Global Top 20 University. The research focuses on proprietary froth flotation technology under development to recover critical battery-grade materials-graphite, lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese, and copper-from end-of-life lithium-ion batteries, supporting a circular battery economy.
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In October 2024, Mercedes-Benz (FSE:MBG) opened Europe's first battery recycling plant, integrating mechanical-hydrometallurgical processes and becoming the first automotive manufacturer worldwide to establish an in-house battery recycling loop 5, underscoring the industry's shift toward battery recycling.
The global shift toward electrification is driving the clean energy transition, with lithium-ion batteries playing a central role in reducing reliance on fossil fuels6. Global lithium-ion battery demand is projected to rise
As the industry prioritizes battery recycling, Battery X Metals' eco-friendly technology stands out by recovering battery-grade graphite-anode material often lost in conventional methods. This positions Battery X Metals to address a major gap in the growing battery recycling market.
1 ECGA, 2 National Library of Medicine, 3 Rho Motion, 4 LA Ist, 5 Mercedes-Benz, 6 Energy X, 7 Mckinsey & Company, 8 CAS, 9 Mining Review Africa
About Battery X Metals Inc.
Battery X Metals (CSE:BATX)(OTCQB:BATXF)(FSE:R0W, WKN:A3EMJB) is an energy transition resource exploration and technology company committed to advancing domestic and critical battery metal resource exploration and developing next-generation proprietary technologies. Taking a diversified, 360° approach to the battery metals industry, the Company focuses on exploration, lifespan extension, and recycling of lithium-ion batteries and battery materials. For more information, visit batteryxmetals.com.
On Behalf of the Board of Directors
Massimo Bellini Bressi, Director
For further information, please contact:
Massimo Bellini Bressi
Chief Executive Officer
Email: mbellini@batteryxmetals.com
Tel: (604) 741-0444
Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. These statements relate to the Company's objectives, strategies, and future plans, including the development, commercialization, and deployment of proprietary technologies, exploration initiatives, and financial objectives. Specific forward-looking statements include expectations regarding the ongoing research collaboration with the Global Top 20 University, further refinements of the Company's proprietary eco-friendly flotation process, anticipated improvements in graphite and metal oxide recovery, purity levels, and flotation kinetics, as well as the evaluation of alternative separation methods such as solvent cleaning and reverse flotation using surfactants. Additionally, forward-looking statements include the anticipated benefits of the Company's froth flotation technology in battery material recovery, including its potential applications in the battery recycling and mining industries, and its ability to contribute to a circular battery economy by recovering high-purity graphite and critical battery metals from end-of-life lithium-ion batteries. The release also includes statements regarding the Company's next steps in optimizing its separation process to maximize both graphite and metal oxide recovery, including exploring advanced surfactants, selective collectors, and refining process parameters to enhance efficiency. Further forward-looking statements relate to broader industry trends, including the projected increase in global lithium-ion battery demand, the growing importance of sustainable battery recycling, and the evolving regulatory landscape supporting critical mineral recovery. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, assumptions, and beliefs as of the date of this release. However, they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Risks include, but are not limited to, market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, and regulatory changes impacting battery recycling and material recovery technologies; technical challenges in the development, testing, and optimization of the Company's flotation process and separation methodologies; the ability to secure financing or government support to advance research and commercialization efforts; potential delays, unexpected findings, or setbacks in laboratory testing and pilot-scale validation of the Company's proprietary recovery processes; dependence on third-party collaborations, university research partnerships, and external suppliers for equipment and testing; competition in the battery recycling and critical minerals market, including advancements in alternative recycling technologies; and changes in consumer demand, global supply chains, or geopolitical factors affecting the adoption of sustainable battery recycling solutions. Battery X Metals assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect events, circumstances, or changes in expectations, except as required by law. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements and are encouraged to refer to the Company's public filings on SEDAR+ for further risk disclosures.
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